Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices for Tuberculosis in Ngabe-Bugle Populations in Rural Panama
Cuevas, L.; Enendu, K.; Raefsky, S.; Bhatter, P.; Frisch, E.; Cao, L.; Crochetiere, A.; Chao, E.
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BackgroundPanama has a high incidence of tuberculosis (TB), especially in rural communities. A patient survey was administered to assess practices, knowledge and attitudes towards TB within the Ngabe-Bugle population. MethodsA cross-sectional survey was distributed at Floating Doctors clinics. Subjects with familiarity of TB were assessed through questions about transmission, cause, symptoms, and treatment. ResultsOf the 106 patients who completed the TB practices survey, 68 patients (64%) knew of TB and completed the entire survey. Of the 64% who knew of TB, 61% knew medicine treated TB and over 80% could identify symptoms of TB. 40% reported they would feel ashamed of a TB diagnosis. ConclusionsMost with TB familiarity knew of TB symptoms and cause, but were less informed about mode of transmission and treatment. The majority of subjects had negative attitudes towards TB. This shows a need to expand TB education in the Ngabe-Bugle communities.
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